HOW I MAKE MY LIVING AS A HOMESTEADER. A Life Of Self Reliance.

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  • Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
  • In this episode, I explain how I make my living from numerous different sources. By doing so, it enables me to maintain the independence I desire for my off grid lifestyle.
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    On my channel you will find videos pertaining to homesteading, gardening and living off the grid with fun DIY projects for self-reliance and SHTF emergency preparedness situations, with some campfire cooking and good old backwoods humor thrown in. Sharing knowledge and stories from over 30 years of living in the woods.
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    MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
    Q: How do you have internet at your cabins? A: I have cell service at both cabins but it is spotty due to foliage and cloud cover. I can access the internet from my cabins but have to drive to a local wifi location to upload videos.
    Q: How old is Frankie? A: Frankie will be 10 in April of 2018
    Q: What video editing software do I use? A: Presently, all I use is Windows Live Movie maker but I’m considering trying imovie, Adobe Elements or SONY VEGAS PRO.
    Q: How do you get your water? Did you dig a well? A: Presently, I haul water to the NY cabin but at the NH cabin, I drop a kettle into an old well that was dug by hand by the settlers in the 1700’s.
    Q:What is your favorite brand of cast iron cookware? A: I prefer using vintage cast iron. My favorites are BSR and Griswold. If I had to buy new I would buy a Lodge Brand. I plan to purchase this dutch oven in the future:
    Q: What do you use for refrigeration? A: We have a small gas refrigerator that we salvaged from an old Shasta camper and a custom icebox that I built into the cabin wall. We make ice on site with a propane freezer.
    Video of icebox:
    Video of Gas Refrigerator:
    Propane Freezer:
    Q: What do you use for cooking and heating? A: We use a Kitchen Queen 380 for cooking and heating during the winter months but we also have an antique gas stove in the cabin for when we don't need the heat from the KQ.
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  • @sagrammyfour
    @sagrammyfour 7 років тому +105

    One thing my mama taught me: "Use it up, wear it out, make do, or do without."

  • @eagleheart3207
    @eagleheart3207 7 років тому +85

    A wise man does not keep the KNOWLEDGE to his self, He shares it to those that will listen. Thank you Boss for sharing that KNOWLEDGE. God Bless.

    • @StellaAsh
      @StellaAsh 4 роки тому +5

      Eagle Heart Knowledge shared is Knowledge squared.

    • @glensalch3156
      @glensalch3156 4 роки тому +4

      Thanks for that comment.....I needed that

  • @amoredona
    @amoredona 4 роки тому +8

    You don't have to prove yourself to anyone. Thank you for all the videos you put out to help others.

  • @Aethuviel
    @Aethuviel 5 років тому +27

    What I wanted: Short talk about how to make money off-grid.
    What I got: Hearty, inspirational speech about motivation and working for your dream.
    Thank you.

  • @sylviapap3
    @sylviapap3 6 років тому +2

    Very generous of you to share all this information. You didn't have to and from all the other videos I watch, the secret is just simplifying and diversifying your activities so that you can fully enjoy life. Thank you Boss

  • @starraider2291
    @starraider2291 7 років тому +4

    The reason those guys made negative comments about your lifestyle was because they were envious of you. Your living the dream they wished they had, but weren't smart enough to achieve. You have done extremely well and i admire your achievements. You got a good head on your shoulders. As always, your videos are great and educational:)

  • @chrisp755
    @chrisp755 7 років тому +16

    I really appreciate your time to explain to your sceptics, but those of us who have watched know you're salt of the earth! Great channel

  • @zone4garlicfarm
    @zone4garlicfarm 7 років тому +8

    More people need to hear things like this. My lifestyle and life of acccumulating wealth is much like yours. I am in my mid 50s and haven't worked full time since my late 20s. I'm currently mentoring a couple young people in trimming expenses and being self reliant. It's a lot of fun watching them learn to get rich slowly.

  • @jerryskidlsd
    @jerryskidlsd 4 роки тому +2

    I myself am an artist and just now starting to homestead , also starting from a low income. This video is inspiring to me as this life is a masterpiece in the making . It's beautiful and doesn't cost a thing!

  • @oceanbluelady7760
    @oceanbluelady7760 4 роки тому +11

    I'm so tired of struggling with life trying to make a living. I really appreciate What you're doing. Great channel. Very informative!

    • @dablacks3749
      @dablacks3749 3 роки тому

      My husband and I enjoy your videos and look forward to your next one. You’re a very positive person and we like the way you live your life

  • @johnblackie646
    @johnblackie646 7 років тому +6

    Your doing everything right for you and inspiring others, it's nobody's business what you do for a living, there will always be haters, Best of Luck always and thanks for sharing your videos.

  • @ShellsFurrBabies
    @ShellsFurrBabies 7 років тому +3

    I find you very inspirational, and wanted to say thank you for taking your time to talk to us. My husband & I have been talking about homesteading for a few years now. It seemed a bit overwhelming, but your advice is very helpful. Please ignore those that talk trash about you, there are always going to be ignorant people out there that are jealous, they want things but dont want to do the work or make the scarifices it takes to get there.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +1

      Glad you're enjoying my videos Michelle. Thanks for taking the time to say so.

  • @daviddixon2209
    @daviddixon2209 4 роки тому +7

    The key to happiness is not getting everything you want rather, it's being satisfied with all that you have. Of course, living debt-free helps immensely.

  • @benengle7353
    @benengle7353 7 років тому +2

    Thanks for sharing your story. I think that there are many people out there that dream of the lifestyle that you have, but just don't take that step and make the necessary changes in their hectic life to make it happen. My wife and I are working towards something similar, and hope to get there within the next few years.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому

      Your comment is spot on. Most dream and do nothing. Best of luck to you with your plans.

  • @dianehall5345
    @dianehall5345 4 роки тому +2

    Wow JC, was this video two + years ago?? I well remember you giving this talk my friend. No silver spoon my friend... You Nashua...me Manchester! I am so pleased and proud that you chose this lifestyle back in the 1980s and stayed true to your dreams!

  • @dnngskn62
    @dnngskn62 7 років тому +39

    All of your long time subscribers know your story well. A dream and hard work and common sense will do a lot for you. The haters will hate. Keep the vids coming bossmam.

    • @genedavidson3774
      @genedavidson3774 7 років тому +1

      Donnie G

    • @happyoutdoorsireland6787
      @happyoutdoorsireland6787 7 років тому

      Donnie G
      the moment I clicked play. only thing I learned in this video was he spent 13 years in the one spot

    • @cleeisme1
      @cleeisme1 7 років тому +6

      Jason Kerley Then you didn't actually listen to this video or you would have heard him say that he spent a few years in the Northwest which was another one of his goals he fulfilled

  • @AmericanLibertyFighters
    @AmericanLibertyFighters 7 років тому +6

    My wife and I started watching your channel after we made our minds up to get out of debt and live our lives. Your channel has made us both decide that there is no time to waste and we're doing everything possible to make the transition sooner. You've been an inspiration and I'm glad we found your channel. You sir, put out videos that I wait for with anticipation. Needless to say, your channel is my favorite and I always save your videos for the last of our day. Thank you so much for your insights and logic that you share. Looking forward to your next one.

  • @birdsadventuresinwoodandmusic
    @birdsadventuresinwoodandmusic 7 років тому +21

    Always love your "back woods logic". It's just so......logical!

    • @dabprod
      @dabprod 7 років тому +4

      Yes......and good old common sense.

    • @phillippruitt5462
      @phillippruitt5462 7 років тому

      BirdsAdventuresInWoodworking I would like to know how to get land to start homesteading.thx.for any info or help.

  • @LivingTraditionsHomestead
    @LivingTraditionsHomestead 7 років тому +17

    Great video! Very encouraging to fellow homesteaders. Diversify your income opportunities. Simplify your life. Thanks!

  • @sandrab4336
    @sandrab4336 7 років тому +4

    You are an inspiration to myself and many others. You make life look effortless somehow, even with your physical issues and the amount of energy you expend doing the simple life.

  • @Sammy_316
    @Sammy_316 7 років тому +31

    I find that some people that comment on these channels seem to have a problem with people making and/or having money or success. I don't know if it is jealousy or what, but this is America, success is a good thing. But, with that being said, another persons financial situation is none of my business nor anyone else as well. I wish you nothing but success in your endeavors, Boss.
    Thanks for the video.

  • @mattclark5480
    @mattclark5480 7 років тому +44

    tell them boss another great video and Merry Christmas to you

    • @chrisp755
      @chrisp755 7 років тому +8

      Matt Clark agreed!

  • @Fritz0616
    @Fritz0616 7 років тому +4

    Congratulations..you have a head on your shoulders and new earlier in life how to conquer it and be debt free.

  • @CupcakeFaerie
    @CupcakeFaerie 5 років тому +2

    My partner and I just discovered your channel and are soooooo grateful for your videos!! Thank you for everything you share, JC. We live in western NY and are hoping to purchase some land and be living in the woods within the year. We have been watching UA-cam videos for a while, trying to glean as much wisdom and knowledge on how to do this. Your channel covers ALL the bases. Thank you for being so awesome and keep up the good work!! You are such a blessing, my friend 😊

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  5 років тому

      Sounds like a good plan Kitty. Best of luck to you and yours :-)

  • @paullutz8315
    @paullutz8315 7 років тому +2

    Makes sense, setting goals to live the life you want and then working toward that would bring satisfaction as you progress. As mentioned below, a constant need for instant gratification would really make it hard to accomplish that long term goal. You sound like you manage delayed satisfaction well. Thanks for all you do. I really enjoy your channel!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +2

      Instant gratification isn't always gratifying because it usually comes with a train of debt trailing behind :-o

  • @oldgunnersmate2100
    @oldgunnersmate2100 7 років тому +16

    Some people are uncouth , keep doing what your doing and ignore it

  • @mowater1
    @mowater1 5 років тому +5

    My take is it's no one else's business how or where your dreams were made to happen, Two things are apparent are you worked your tail off and you planned your steps and worked your plan. Great wisdom. Thank You for sharing as your common sense , yet for many is not so common, was meaningful for me. Thank You-Randall- MO.

  • @chapmaker46
    @chapmaker46 7 років тому +9

    its called hard work and saving

  • @beckyjacobs5594
    @beckyjacobs5594 3 роки тому +2

    I enjoyed this, coffee in my hand, same flannel on. You are a man that speaks my language.

  • @Celestes_Nest
    @Celestes_Nest 6 років тому +1

    Working because you want to, not because you have to. Love it!

  • @leonardburns1780
    @leonardburns1780 7 років тому +7

    excellent job done well said and spoken carry on be happy stay safe ehhh

  • @409mark
    @409mark 7 років тому +14

    it should be obvious even to a blind man you have worked hard for everything you got and its none of their buesiness how you earn a living i cannot get over some peoples nerve keep on keeping on dude best to you and yours

  • @mikekodrich5588
    @mikekodrich5588 7 років тому +10

    hi boss,I also started with nothing.......and I have most of it left!

  • @jbgem1369
    @jbgem1369 7 років тому +1

    Today, I thank God that he gave me the opportunity to find this and listen to you. It brings tears of joy in my eyes..... Im beginning to garden and I just learned the best lessons in life that you shared... Such an inspiration. Thank you

  • @triumphmanful
    @triumphmanful 4 роки тому +1

    My dad had 3 Jobs to pay for his 8 children ! We were happy, went to church and school. Holidays were special, we all grew up pretty smart. And not one of us went to the pokey ! Mom was awesome. The things she did are mind boggling today. She was a super woman ! She had 8 children, cooked, cleaned, nursed, loved and nurtured us while Dad worked his butt off ! I look at their pictures today and pray they are in heaven with not a care or worry ! Smiling down on us from above ! Amen !

  • @DeepSouthHomestead
    @DeepSouthHomestead 7 років тому +39

    Well said boss people assume i came into a lot of money also.Like you i made wise decisions as i moved forward and now reap the benefit.You are wise not to put all your eggs in one basket.Do many different things that way life is more enjoyable.Great content and dont worry about the naysayers there just jealous of success that they cant seem to achieve.keep living my friend

  • @outdoors446
    @outdoors446 7 років тому +18

    I find it amazing that people can't say good for you, you earned with all that hard work put in. sad for them. My thing is do what is right and go forward. Thanks Boss for the great inspiration.

  • @monsieurbojangles2336
    @monsieurbojangles2336 5 років тому +7

    I wasn’t going to post anything until he said he was an artist. This guy really reminds me of Robert Frost.

  • @deannab9511
    @deannab9511 7 років тому +1

    I love that the birds are flying all around you!

  • @NinjasOfOrca
    @NinjasOfOrca Рік тому

    "Keep life interesting" and "do a little of this, a little of that". This is me - thank you for paving the way

  • @jes5612
    @jes5612 7 років тому +7

    Thank you for sharing your life with me. Your testimony is such a blessing. My husband and I are trying to do the same as you ...but it looks as if you are doing even better! May The good Lord continue to bless you 😊

  • @zeroa6
    @zeroa6 7 років тому +4

    Amazing! I feel very identificated with your lifestyle.
    Thanks for sharing!

  • @CarterWHern
    @CarterWHern 7 років тому +18

    Listen to the chick-a-dees and put another log on the fire. Merry Christmas.

  • @LittleVillageHomestead
    @LittleVillageHomestead 7 років тому +1

    Good for you you seem to be rather happy with your life. So are your birds.... You never have to explain to anyone how you make a living but it was nice to hear the different things you do.

  • @dublelung1
    @dublelung1 6 років тому +1

    Awesome success story! Congratulations to you for hanging in there and doing what you had to do in order to fulfill your dreams.

  • @patrioted9543
    @patrioted9543 6 років тому +3

    Amen Boss, Living below your means is a lost art these days. It is an instant gratification place we live in now. Common sense is out of date but much needed these days.

  • @tonyblackmon6356
    @tonyblackmon6356 7 років тому +25

    It's no one's business where your money comes from. You make video's of your daily life and how you do things. Most people are just jealous and too lazy to make an effort to do the same. I like watching you and your companion dog going to the homestead and chilling out. It's no one's business where your money comes from.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +20

      I didn't make the video to explain anything to anyone, but rather to show the folks that are interested in this lifestyle that there's more than one way to earn a living. An independent lifestyle is hard to have when you rely on only one source of income. Cheers :-)

    • @tonyblackmon6356
      @tonyblackmon6356 7 років тому +3

      I agree totally.

    • @__________________________7455
      @__________________________7455 7 років тому +2

      thebossoftheswamp Thank you so much for this video. It is one of the most practical and down to earth video I have ever seen about achieving goals and obtaining financial freedom . Wash, rinse and repeat.

  • @oldtimeengineer26
    @oldtimeengineer26 7 років тому +46

    People just do not understand that us older people have already worked for more then 60 years at least for me. in that amount of time you can do a lot as long as you do not spend what you make all those years

    • @dabprod
      @dabprod 7 років тому +19

      @old time........its as simple as that. I'm in my mid 70's and have always lived very conservatively and frugal and owned several small businesses. Haven't had a "job" in almost 40 yrs. Happy as a Lark and financially
      independent.

    • @omgwtfits7612
      @omgwtfits7612 5 років тому

      It's very good to hear a success story. The simple truth is that 60 years ago you lived in a totally different world and if you think telling a 20 year old to do what you did in 1950 is going to help them along the way you're dreaming.

  • @janethustek114
    @janethustek114 6 років тому +1

    So much of what you say reminds me of my father and what he taught us as children. Invest in yourself. He made sure that, as children, we always put so much of the money we had in the bank. It was saved for later when we wanted to do something special. Thank you for the reminders.

  • @M5tworude
    @M5tworude 6 років тому

    Most people don’t understand that it isn’t what you make, it’s what you keep. Enjoyed the video.

  • @Prometheus203
    @Prometheus203 7 років тому +26

    Thank you for this video! I love hearing your story. I was born and raised and currently live in southwest Florida but my Dad is from upstate New York and I have spent a considerable amount of time in the Adirondack Mountains hiking and exploring while visiting with family. I fell in love with the Adirondacks as a child because of the magic of its natural beauty, specifically being able to see the stars, the clean air and water, having camp fires and escaping the hustle and materialistic lifestyle experienced here in Florida on a daily basis. The land here in Florida is also extremely expensive, the taxes are high and the building codes very restrictive so even if I wanted to stay I'd never be able to afford anything reasonable without a large mortgage and substantial predictable income which is something I've wanted to avoid at all costs. Even renting in this area is unreachable as my friends pay upwards of $1300 a month for two bedroom apartments. My uncle just recently offered to sell me 10 acres in upstate NY inside the Adirondack park for a reasonable amount of money which I have in savings! So I believe I may finally have a start to my dream of someday living a lifestyle similar to yours.

    • @MrRain-hk4zi
      @MrRain-hk4zi 7 років тому

      Best wishes Mark!

    • @robnevins8788
      @robnevins8788 7 років тому +1

      where I live in lake placid, fl there are some 5 acre properties inexpensive. near me listed now for 30,000 zoned ag with low taxes

    • @mascatrails661
      @mascatrails661 7 років тому +11

      how cool!!! yes, totally go for it! We actually lived in FL for many years and owned our house in Ft. Lauderdale. We experienced the same thing, $2300+/yr in taxes for our .25acre plot & house, VERY limited in what we could build or create there due to city code, restrictions, and permits. We also just didn't love the vibes, we didn't have many people who were genuinely interested in getting back to the land near by us, so we felt very alone in our dreams.
      Recently, we sold our house in FL and bought some acreage in W.North Carolina and are finally living our dreams of homesteading and could not be happier! We have fresh spring water from our land gravity fed into our little cabin, our power bill is $35/mo, taxes are like $400/yr, we have fires every night with wood we harvested & split on our land, and never hear a single sound from the city or neighbors, although we have a resupply town just 15 min away and 3 major cities within 2 hours each direction.
      Your dream of getting away from the hustle and bustle of S.FL is totally worth going after. You can do it, and we completely believe in you! :)
      Kate & Rafi Masca
      www.HomesteadForEveryone.com

    • @Megatron995
      @Megatron995 7 років тому +1

      You were definitely in the wrong part of Florida! Come inland and go north a bit to reach Polk County, which is pretty much smack in the center of the state. Almost everything here is dirt cheap, including the dirt itself. You just have to know when to buy. If you try to buy when the snowbirds are all deciding that they'd rather just stay, you'll get taken. Once that season ends? It's a gold mine of opportunities.
      The only catch is that you still need to stay out of the cities to avoid hassles, but that's easy enough in this area. Building codes are quite reasonable in unincorporated Polk, assuming you're not trying to live in a shed with no plumbing or something far out like that. As a bonus, tropical storms and hurricanes become a lot weaker by the time they get here. The coasts, as you know, get totally blasted with every storm, even the ones that are nothing but a lot of rain by the time they get inland.

    • @s731s
      @s731s 7 років тому +2

      Mark C. Reading your stories inspired me, I've lived in the big city my whole life, I rent and have zero assets or even money in my bank. But this is why we have internet and UA-cam right. To learn and educate ourselves on what's out there and what's possible. Keep living the dream. Funny enough, mine includes spring water.

  • @believeliveloveandlaugh3844
    @believeliveloveandlaugh3844 7 років тому +4

    Thanks for sharing your life story. Quite inspiring.

  • @HoneyHollowHomestead
    @HoneyHollowHomestead 7 років тому +8

    A very encouraging and inspirational video. It's no ones business how you provide for yourself (so long as it's legal ;P ), but I appreciate you taking the time to give a life lesson for those who are willing to actually learn. :)

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +5

      I would have responded sooner but I was busy in my meth lab haha

  • @452trucker
    @452trucker 3 роки тому

    I thought I was the only one who talks to the birds when refilling the feeders. I chuckled when I heard you! I say "come and get it" and once I'm in the house, they do. Thanks Boss!!

  • @robertsimmons1264
    @robertsimmons1264 2 роки тому +1

    Good on you. I'm 67 and moving to Alaska in May. Never stop moving...

  • @ruthardt4adventure995
    @ruthardt4adventure995 5 років тому +12

    Great video for sure!! We decided to become debt free 5 years ago. Everything changed for us with debt freedom. We then worked and saved for 4 years and now live a life like no one else so we can give like no one else!

    • @SharonsHomestead
      @SharonsHomestead 4 роки тому +1

      Ruthardt 4 Adventure, sounds like you are “weird” too! I’m doing the same because I follow Dave Ramsey!

  • @Hatch61
    @Hatch61 7 років тому +26

    God bless you Boss, why can't people just enjoy the content that you provide, in the way that so many like mined folks like myself enjoy? No need to explain Boss, but thanks for addressing it to those that seem to think it's their business. Merry Christmas to you and Frankie.

    • @augustreil
      @augustreil 6 років тому

      I believe it may be just plain old jealously ?

  • @1gr8lpta
    @1gr8lpta 7 років тому +8

    Love your videos. I wish someone had given me the same advice 30 years ago

    • @moblackbird
      @moblackbird 7 років тому +2

      Jenifer Acklin Same here!

  • @edwardmclaughlin6126
    @edwardmclaughlin6126 7 років тому +1

    I was told to read The Richest Man In Babylon, when I was 17. Following a few simple rules laid out in the book for managing my money has made all the difference. I buy a copy of the book for anyone in my family or a friends families that graduate high school or college. Choosing to be happy every day will make you the wealthiest man or woman in the world. Thanks for the videos, they make me happy.

  • @yooper6161
    @yooper6161 4 роки тому +1

    I've watched your channel off and on for years. I missed two years while I was experiencing the off grid life in a yurt on the southern shore of Lake Superior. I just want to tell you that I appreciate what you do. Thank you for sharing your experience with those of us starving for it and learning along the way towards our own off grid life. Your a good man and alot of us have learned from you and your videos. Also my interest in border Collies comes from you and Frankie. If you ever make it to the Upper Peninsula I'd love to shake your hand and buy ya a beer. Keep enjoying your life and ignore the haters. Your doing a good service and it's appreciated.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you Anthony. A cold beer in the U.P. would be good ;-)

  • @EdithVEliason
    @EdithVEliason 7 років тому +7

    Thank you, so much, for this video. I found it very inspirational.

  • @NLGhostWolf
    @NLGhostWolf 7 років тому +5

    Well done, inspiring.... Thank-you for sharing

  • @mauricesmith9560
    @mauricesmith9560 4 роки тому +3

    Money is always easier to manage when you enjoy the simple things in life that make you happy.

  • @sarahkuhr420
    @sarahkuhr420 7 років тому +1

    My uncle had a farm like yours. He had 4000 layer hens, and a hatchery. He sold the roosters at 2 months old to be slaughtered. He had corn fields, tapped maple trees, In summer he sold plums, pears, peaches, and apples from his orchards. He also planted watermelons and other melons. So he had something for each season of the year. He made a living but was not rich. Still he loved his life. I think that is what is important. Love what you do.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +1

      Loving your life is what it's all about Sarah. Your grandpa had it right.

  • @luciepaul1
    @luciepaul1 3 роки тому

    Slow and steady wins the race. Your videos are always very informative. Some ppl r just jealous of other ppls success instead of being happy for them. Very few ppl ever figure out what they really want. Congratulations. U stuck to your guns and look where u r today. That’s fabulous

  • @julieouimet7045
    @julieouimet7045 4 роки тому +3

    Yeah I think you're great you're like a jack-of-all-trades like my dad was. I also have some land with an RV on it as the same ideas from you for repurposing everything inside of the RV to finish one of those Barn cabins with a loft. I think everyone in at least the United States should think about conserving all of our resources!

  • @terryteague164
    @terryteague164 7 років тому +61

    It's hard to lose your shirt if you keep your sleeves rolled up.

  • @KristeneSchmitt
    @KristeneSchmitt 7 років тому +25

    Longer story please. I didn't finish my beverage. LOL

    • @s731s
      @s731s 7 років тому

      Kristene Schmitt lol ikr

  • @clairityfrancis8701
    @clairityfrancis8701 7 років тому

    Don't let people's mean comments get you down. You are an inspiration to everyone who dreams about an simpler lifestyle with no rat race. I love watching your videos because they give me hope that I won't have to spend my whole life behind a desk. Thank you for the wonderful backwoods logic !!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому

      Glad you enjoy my vids and than you for saying so. Cheers :-)

  • @arlenekorth2253
    @arlenekorth2253 6 років тому +1

    You work so hard and are so creative. You keep on doing what works for you!

  • @Myfrugallife
    @Myfrugallife 7 років тому +8

    Thank you for sharing. This is my dream too. To live like that some day, on my own land, with no payments for anything. You are so right. It's not how much you make, it's how much you keep.

  • @MrsSoapPeddlersHomestead
    @MrsSoapPeddlersHomestead 7 років тому +10

    My husband and I watched this and now have a better view of what we need to do. Thank you and Merry Christmas form NC!

  • @dengnigel7574
    @dengnigel7574 5 років тому +3

    Such a great life lesson, Thank your for sharing your story.

  • @carriefrommer
    @carriefrommer 4 роки тому

    Wow!!! This video changed my perspective and the realization I’ve been giving my all to corporate America with nothing to show for it. I feel I’ve been living my life like a darn hamster in the wheel, running and running without ever reaching my goal. I’m now starting my own business and have jumped off the wheel. Thank you! Your words have changed my life.

  • @paulotheurbanfarmer5982
    @paulotheurbanfarmer5982 7 років тому +1

    I cant tell you how much I really enjoyed this watching this video! Its so true that it really depends what sort of life you want. Too many people like the idea of homesteading but still want all the aspects of a materialistic existence. Great video subscribed!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +2

      You are so right about that. Many people like "the idea" of homesteading but the reality of it requires a whole different mindset. Thanks for subbing :-)

    • @paulotheurbanfarmer5982
      @paulotheurbanfarmer5982 7 років тому +1

      looking forward to more videos, great stuff

  • @dougLinker
    @dougLinker 7 років тому +17

    Gotta love UA-cam commenters -thx for the vid Boss it makes perfect sense

  • @guyh.4553
    @guyh.4553 4 роки тому +11

    Yes sir, you ARE growing things that are shady. I think that they're called TREES! Ha ha ha!!! Thank you for a nice video. Found your channel looking for "homesteading" videos. Your explanations are very informative. Greatly appreciated.

  • @crittert7828
    @crittert7828 7 років тому +13

    You told'em, now they can find someone else to wonder about🎈

  • @davidgillenwater1378
    @davidgillenwater1378 6 років тому

    I have retired finely, I have watched all your shows when I was driving over the years when I was a over the road. Just wanted to thank you for all the great shows.

  • @my_freelance_life
    @my_freelance_life 7 років тому +1

    Thanks, appreciate the video!

  • @normsatv
    @normsatv 7 років тому +24

    OMG lol who cares where you get money or how much you make people get so jealous when others have what they want . Hands down you have one of the best channels period great videos and thats what it is all about or should be , Surprises me people so petty or just plain nosey lol one would think they would just enjoy all the hard work you do to produce great videos for our enjoyment . On behalf all the normal people lol thanks and keep them coming .

  • @greghomestead6720
    @greghomestead6720 7 років тому +8

    that answers a lot :-)
    me, Ive worked at the same place for 30 years.started at 21. you would hate it but I haven't. the wife of 30 years and I live on 5 acres and have things we enjoy. the thing I enjoy the most is her!
    Have a Jesus filled day
    Greg in Michigan.
    ps 5 more years till retirement.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +1

      Everyone should have the things they enjoy. Congrats :-)

  • @ravenshadevox
    @ravenshadevox 7 років тому +11

    I'd better get a drink, I suspect this will be good one.

  • @ModelARider
    @ModelARider 7 років тому

    J.C. You have a lot of friends and admirers out here, so let the bad roll off your back. There are a lot of folks who are miserable and can't stand a positive message you always try to deliver. I for one appreciate all you share and am a huge fan. To spend a day working beside you would be an honor. Keep doing what you do. Your inspiration reaches farther than you know!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому

      Well if you're ever in the area, I'll gladly put you to work haha. No worries on the bad comments. I just delete them. I made this video for the good folks rather than a response to the naysayers. Cheers :-)

  • @user-ef8jt7md5b
    @user-ef8jt7md5b 6 місяців тому

    I have had the pleasure of viewing some of your videos.
    Just by watching the way you live, your demeanor and your speech I believe you're living well within your means and you appear to be happy.

  • @joesneon
    @joesneon 7 років тому +5

    Brilliant video buddy, good logic for me!!!!

  • @BrettVaughnB100
    @BrettVaughnB100 7 років тому +28

    My ex wife took my first snowball ... but I found another that had her own snowball .. wasn't as big but we have been rolling in the right direction for a many years now lol

    • @clubmike2910
      @clubmike2910 7 років тому +4

      I had the same issue, you never give up. Lots of snowballs in the world.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +16

      I never met one with her own snowball :-/

    • @tammywines9771
      @tammywines9771 6 років тому +6

      I have always had my own snowball as you boys are calling it lol !! Hard work and not wasting money on useless crap like most females. I always think why buy a $500 purse then only have air in the purse !!

    • @TheAnimeAlliance
      @TheAnimeAlliance 6 років тому

      Lol try checking out the definition of snowball on urban dictionary.

  • @lehampton1
    @lehampton1 7 років тому +252

    Your methods aren't for everyone. I discussed your snowball plan with my wife. We were looking for expenditures we could do without. I suggested she could cut back on makeup purchases and she suggested I could cut back on beer purchases. She argued the makeup was to make herself look more attractive to me. I came back that was what the beer was for. Now I have a hotel payment to make. 😰

  • @mattlindley6899
    @mattlindley6899 6 років тому

    Thanks for sharing. This country is too full of people who don't understand hard work and sacrifice is how to get ahead. They just expect to get lucky or someone to give it to them. Need more people like you.

  • @srivirao
    @srivirao 7 років тому

    Boss . this is the way my elders lived back then. Sensible simple and sustainable . This society needs people like you to guide youngsters

  • @MrRain-hk4zi
    @MrRain-hk4zi 7 років тому +46

    Hi Boss, agreed. The limit to ones success is their ambition. Live smart and pay once. First time viewer and of course I subbed. You didn't have to share your story but you did. Quite a few folks out there simply don't get it due to the "buy now, pay later" programming everyone receives this day and age. What some of us view as simple logic, others cannot grasp due to the instant gratification and competition constantly inundating our living rooms through the television and school system. Anyway, thanks for sharing!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +9

      Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. Welcome to my channel and thanks for subbing :-)

    • @MrRain-hk4zi
      @MrRain-hk4zi 7 років тому +2

      Boss, I encourage others in the same thought process. If you have the time, I invite you and yours to join our chat 1600 hours PST on Thursday. Love the content!

  • @VBWilhite
    @VBWilhite 7 років тому +84

    So, after 30 plus years, your an overnight success.

    • @ashercohen387
      @ashercohen387 5 років тому +1

      LOL, good one.

    • @frankstanton2431
      @frankstanton2431 5 років тому +4

      I understand you I have worked hard for everything and people hate on me

    • @hanorabrennan8846
      @hanorabrennan8846 5 років тому +2

      Hey Willy, bitter ain't you? One of life's failures I would guess! Lol

    • @Ang.0910
      @Ang.0910 4 роки тому

      VB Willy hater

    • @guyh.4553
      @guyh.4553 4 роки тому

      😆😂🤣😅😅🤣😂😆 That's a great one!

  • @beaverrick9789
    @beaverrick9789 7 років тому +116

    Hey Boss, That was a lot of great advice for young people and old. But I don't think you need to explain anything to anyone. People need to realize that they are responsible for the choices that they make. And for every choice you make there is a recource because of it. The world of instant gratitude is killing the american dream. The problem is we don't teach that any more. I'm getting ready to go back out to camp to hunt the last day of Pa deer. Supposed to be fresh snow on the ground, wish me luck. God Bless

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому

      Good luck hunting buddy.

    • @beaverrick9789
      @beaverrick9789 7 років тому

      Thanks!!!! I'll let ya know.

    • @avonleanne
      @avonleanne 7 років тому +6

      BeaverRick, I could not have said it better than you just did! Best of luck on the hunt =) JC, as always, thanks for a great insight to a simple life that MOST people cannot even understand. You bring inner peace, and that is what most people scratch their heads over....that is just my opinion though....Looking forward to the "night before Christmas" video for this year! =) Take Care

    • @beaverrick9789
      @beaverrick9789 7 років тому +3

      Thanks, I can not agree with you more about the inner peace, most people will never get it.

    • @randal1470
      @randal1470 7 років тому

      We find both of you guys inspirational...and we get it :0)
      Love from eastern canada

  • @Karin6509
    @Karin6509 6 років тому +1

    I feel you. I'm in the process of learning, diversifying my income, and working toward my dream now, so I can do much the same thing you've done. There are always going to be critics. Don't let them get you down. Thanks for sharing!

  • @HeartinessApproach
    @HeartinessApproach 7 років тому

    Thank you for this honest video. We are Jim and Rhenda and we are not young and starting our. We are a little older and starting out. We are happy to take it slow and build it. we have learned that we must have multiple streams and live frugally. We love this life style.

  • @gundog4314
    @gundog4314 7 років тому +4

    You should've charged a dollar to watch your secret and added another slice to the pie. Cheers my Like Minded Friend.

  • @kevinhuff
    @kevinhuff 7 років тому +23

    Deny it if you want but I say Frankie gives you investment tips!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +8

      Invest in more Tennyballs :-/

    • @kevinhuff
      @kevinhuff 7 років тому +5

      So, Hot tip from Frankie is Simple Pleasures with Faithful Friends and Family. Smart Dog!

  • @HomesteadingWays
    @HomesteadingWays 7 років тому +5

    What a great video! Thanks for posting.

  • @lanefamilygamingplus3634
    @lanefamilygamingplus3634 5 років тому

    No matter what, haters gonna hate! Keep doing what you are doing! My wife and I are huge fans!

  • @jimf1964
    @jimf1964 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video. I always wanted to have that security, but have recently realized that finding a few different income streams can actually be more secure, and more interesting. This video has also reassured me that I can make a living in the woods.